Malta Half Marathon course.

1. 01

   Control the downhill

   Both races drop from 195 m to sea level, so avoid sprinting the early descent; settle into goal pace while gravity helps you.

   From the description

2. 02

   Pre-dawn start

   With a 06:45 start outside Mdina's walls, arrange transport and warm-up before dawn, as the start is outside the old city.

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3. 03

   Dress for 13.4°C

   Typical race-day temperature is 13.4°C; wear layers for the pre-race wait, then expect comfortable running once you're moving.

   From the temperature

4. 04

   Use the final 5 km

   The last 5 km runs along the harbor creeks; stay relaxed through the earlier countryside and urban bands, then push for the finish.

   From the description

5. 05

   Know your race

   Full and half marathoners start outside Mdina's walls; seed yourself correctly and don't chase the half runners' faster pace.

   From the description

Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.